Guerlain 2000 Extrait

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Mahora

by Jean-Paul Guerlain

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Guerlain Mahora is an Extrait de Parfum launched in 2000, created by Jean-Paul Guerlain. Mahora opens with Almond Blossom, Orange, and Aldehydes, settles into a heart of Neroli, Jasmine, Tuberose, and Ylang-Ylang, and dries down to a base of Sandalwood, Vetiver, and Vanilla. Guerlain's Mahora carries an Acquired verdict, a floral-led wear.

A truly gorgeous, potent tropical floral that manages to be both classic and utterly timeless. This discontinued gem still has a devoted following, who'll tell you it's a 'delectable', 'amazing' and 'emotional' tuberose powerhouse.
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  • Classic
  • Sensual
  • Warm
  • Sweet
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Mahora Extrait bottle

Scent Profile

Composition

Timeline

Showing: Overall Blend

Top, heart and base are the brand's own listing, not a timing claim - the industry classifies a note by its character as much as by how fast it fades. Each curve here is modelled from that material's own volatility, so groups can overlap when a house lists long-lasting materials in its heart.

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Performance & Mood

Performance

Longevity
Moderate (4-6h)
Projection
Strong
Intensity
Strong

Mood

Mood Energising
Calming
Character Playful
Serious
Sentiment Uplifting
Brooding

When To Wear

Best Seasons

Best For:
Spring Summer Fall
Also Works:
Winter

Built on white floral, floral and woody - a composition that sits best in spring, summer and autumn.

Best Occasions

Best For:
Date Formal
Also Works:
Casual

Mahora's intense projection and exotic floral-oriental character make it less suitable for the office or casual day wear. It truly shines for date nights and formal events, where its luxurious and bold presence can be fully appreciated without overwhelming a confined space.

Declarable allergens

We derive these from the materials behind this fragrance's notes, not from the bottle. Each one is likely, not confirmed. The list is partial - the box can name others.

Declarable under EU Annex III

  • Bitter orange peel Citrus Aurantium Amara Peel Oil from Neroli
  • Neroli Citrus Aurantium Amara Flower Oil from Neroli
  • Sandalwood Santalol from Sandalwood
  • Vanillin from Vanilla
  • Ylang-ylang Cananga Odorata Flower Extract from Ylang-Ylang

The large name is the everyday one. The small name is the INCI form on the box, so you can compare the two. Reactions differ between people. A patch-test panel is not a ranking of risk. How we derive this

About

Mahora opens with a luminous blast of aldehydes and bright orange, softened by delicate almond blossom. This quickly gives way to a lush, creamy heart brimming with an exotic bouquet of white and yellow florals - opulent tuberose, heady jasmine, sweet frangipani, and rich ylang-ylang take centre stage. As it settles, a warm, woody base of creamy sandalwood and earthy vetiver emerges, with a generous whisper of vanilla adding a seductive sweetness. It's a journey to a vibrant, sun-drenched island garden.

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